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Last updated: July 27, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

Marlins End Skid, Other Team Updates

The Miami Marlins Monday night, defeating the Philadelphia Phillies 8-7 thanks to a walk-off single by Griffin Conine. This victory came after the Marlins were swept by the San Diego Padres on Sunday, a 5-3 loss that cemented their franchise-record skid. In other team news, Pirates rookie Esmerlyn Valdez was removed from Monday's game after being struck in the left hand by a pitch. The Athletics are facing season-ending surgeries for both All-Star catcher Shea Langeliers and pitcher Mark Leiter Jr. as reported by ESPN MLB.

Player Injuries and Roster Moves

Several players were placed on the injured list or designated for assignment. The Cubs following a rough outing where he surrendered seven runs in four innings against the Pirates. Mets outfielder Juan Soto, sidelined with a Grade 2 calf strain, remains optimistic about returning this year, stating he is "100%". Reds utility man Spencer Steer has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a right wrist sprain. All-Star outfielder Cody Bellinger of the Yankees will be sidelined for four to six weeks with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain as reported by ESPN MLB.

Amateur Draft and Prospect News

Pitchers Logan Schmidt and Aidan Knaak were the only players selected in the first 10 rounds of the amateur draft who did not sign by Monday's deadline. Athletics prospect Ryan Lasko, recovering from a broken back that he is regaining feeling in his legs, indicating progress in his recovery.

Hall of Fame Induction and Notable Performances

Andruw Jones, Carlos Beltran, and Jeff Kent were officially enshrined in baseball's Hall of Fame on Sunday, representing diverse paths to Cooperstown as noted by ESPN MLB. In a dominant performance, Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski by striking out the first seven Colorado Rockies batters on Sunday, ultimately fanning 12 of the first. Atlanta manager Walt Weiss's unusual intentional walk strategy paid off in an 11th-inning win for the Braves over the weekend. Max Scherzer is slated to come off the injured list and start on Monday, his 42nd birthday.

Trade Deadline Speculation and Ownership Changes

With the August 3rd trade deadline approaching, speculation is mounting about the plans of NL powerhouses like the Brewers and Braves as they chase the Dodgers as detailed by ESPN MLB. Former pitcher Chan Ho Park has become the first Korean to purchase a stake in a major league club, joining the Athletics' ownership group. Freddy Peralta, a free agent this offseason, acknowledged he likely pitched his final game for the Mets on Sunday, expressing disappointment in his performance.